Nutritional Information
This apple cake is a moderate-fat dessert thanks to the use of a small amount of melted butter. It contains complex carbohydrates from the flour, natural fructose from the apples, and light protein from the eggs. Each slice provides between 180 and 220 calories, depending on the serving size. The apples provide dietary fiber, essential for good digestion, and a little vitamin C. By choosing plant-based milk or unrefined sugar, the recipe can easily be adapted to certain specific diets while maintaining its soft texture.
Detailed ingredients
- 3 apples (Golden, Reine des Reinettes or Pink Lady) : both sweet and tangy, they hold up well when cooked
- 150 g flour : fluid or all-purpose, sifted for a lighter result
- 100 g of sugar : white or brown, according to the desired taste
- 3 eggs : at room temperature for a well-aerated dough
- 1 sachet of baking powder (11 g) : ensures the lightness of the cake
- 1 sachet of vanilla sugar : subtly enhances the aromas
- 80 g of melted butter : for an incomparable melting texture
- 1 tablespoon of rum (optional but recommended): gives character to the cake
- 10 cl of milk : whole milk preferably, but any version works
- 1 pinch of salt : essential to balance the flavors
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon (optional): perfect for a comforting note
For the caramelized touch
- 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
- 10 g melted butter
Why try this recipe
This cake is simply foolproof. It doesn’t require a food processor, ultra-precise scales, or complicated techniques. It adapts to whatever ingredients you have on hand and can be prepared in less than 20 minutes. Plus, it’s an olfactory marvel: the scent of melted butter, apples, and vanilla wafting through the kitchen is a joy in itself. It keeps very well and can even be frozen in portions. Whether you serve it plain, with cream, or with a scoop of ice cream, it’s always a hit.
